People of Madagascar : The Antaimoros (or Antemor or Antimoron) are those who reside mainly in the southeast of the island, extending from Manakara district to Mananjary district, located in the Province of Fianarantsoa, in the Vatovavy-Fitovinany region. At the very beginning of the settlement period called “paleo-Malagasy period”, the Ntaolo were divided...Read More

The history of the rickshaw in Madagascar dates back to colonial times, when the island was under French rule. The rickshaw, also known as “rickshaw” in other parts of the world, has become an iconic symbol of the country and a widely used mode of transportation. But how did this tradition come to be and what is....Read More

Malagasy Heritage: Cockfighting In all the traditions of the world, some aspects may conflict with modern culture. Among the cultural practices that persist, cockfighting holds a unique place in Malagasy heritage. Imported to Madagascar almost 800 years by migrants from Asia, this...Read More

Culture Malagasy: The Sakalava The Sakalava represent a remarkable ethnic and cultural group from Madagascar, mainly occupying the vast western coastal expanse of the island, extending from the Tuléar region in the south to the Sambirano region in the north. Nevertheless, it is important to note that the Sakalava do not form a homogeneous people, more...Read More

Madagascar’s biodiversity in the spotlight : The Whale Festival in Sainte-Marie Madagascar, jewel of biodiversity of the Indian Ocean, celebrates its exceptional marine fauna with the Whale Festival on the island of Sainte-Marie. This annual event, from July to September, coincides with the time when humpback whales visit these waters to mate..Read More

Eco-responsible travel is based on a fundamental principle of carbon neutrality, aimed at reducing the negative impact on the environment and preserving our planet. There are several key principles to guide eco-friendly travel, which can be adopted gradually to ease the transition to greener travel. A first step is to prioritize transport..Read More

Travel to Madagascar, the Vezo country. Welcome to the Salary Bay Hotel, a haven of peace located in the north of Salary, near Tulear, in the heart of the fascinating Vezo region of Madagascar. We are proud to present this magnificent establishment to you, an ideal destination for a vacation combining relaxation and discovery. In...Read More

The fauna of Madagascar : Chameleons, Fascinating representatives of the fauna of the red island La fauna de Madagascar, emblematic island nestled in the Indian Ocean, is one of the most unique and remarkable treasures on the planet. Among the creatures that inhabit this exceptional ecosystem, chameleons occupy a place of choice. These amazing reptiles,...Read More

Explore an Authentic and Responsible Travel to Madagascar Exploring Madagascar offers a truly unique experience. Nestled in the Indian Ocean, Madagascar ranks fourth among islands in the world by size, surpassed only by Greenland, New Guinea and Borneo. Spanning a generous expanse of 587 040 square kilometers, with...Read More

The nature of Madagascar, with its unique biodiversity in the world, is closely linked to the rich tradition of the island. Lemurs, emblematic animals of Madagascar, are an integral part of this relationship between human populations and the exceptional nature of the island. Since the arrival of the first people in Madagascar, the myths, practices and beliefs..Read More